Chamber Chat for July 22, 2024
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BULLDOG BEGINNINGS BREAKFAST
Monday, August 5, 2024 at 7am. At the Artesia Admin Building, 301 Bulldog Blvd. Please plan to join us as we welcome the newest staff of the Bulldog Family to Artesia Public Schools. We would like to spoil these new hires with breakfast, goodies from local businesses and introduce them to everything Artesia has to offer. If you would like to sponsor a new staff member’s breakfast and or provide some goodies call the chamber or just drop them off. Click here for more information. Please RSVP to the Chamber at 575.746.2744 by Monday, July 29, 2024.
CLAYS CRUSHER FUN SHOOT
Saturday, Aug 24, 2023. Join the Artesia Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate our sweet 16th Anniversary of this awesome shoot! Click here for all the details.
5th ANNUAL SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE by WRITTEN IN RED
July 1st – 26th – Join in ensuring every student has a great start to the school year. Help provide school supplies to deserving students in Artesia, Cloudcroft, Hagerman, and Lake Arthur. There are several ways you can partner with us:
-Donate to the 2024 School Supply Drive: https://bit.ly/WIRDonate
-Purchase items from our Amazon Wishlist: https://bit.ly/soles4students
-Drop-off school supplies at one of the participating businesses below.
-Click here for more information
NO OIL PATCH MARKET THIS TUESDAY
Tuesday, July 23rd there will be NO Oil Patch Market like usual at the Derrick Floor (Artesia Mainstreet is encouraging everyone to head out and support the County Fair instead.) But don’t worry the Market will be back in action next week (Tuesday, July 30th)
ARTISTIC VOYAGES
Tuesday, July 23rd & Tuesday, July 30th 10:00am-11:30am with instructor Natasha Wilde at the Ocotillo Performing Arts Center. $35 per student ages 8+/Limit 12 students. Create original art in the style of a famous artist, using unconventional materials. Visit https://artesiaartscouncil.com/ for more information.
79th ANNUAL EDDY COUNTY FAIR
July 23-27, 2024 The carnival is back and open daily! Check out the website for more details at www.Eddycountyfair.com. Parade will be at 10am down Mainstreet on Tuesday July 23rd.
EDDY COUNTY FAIR BOOKS ARE AT THE CHAMBER!
Stop by the Chamber and pick yours up today 107 N. 1st St. Attached here is the add on sheet for anyone who is interested in making a donation toward an animal or exhibit.
AHS STUDENT COUNCIL SELLING GAME DAY SHIRTS
Artesia High School Student Council has launched its game-day apparel for the 2024-2025 season! Bulldog fans can now purchase a variety of products at great prices. They have something for everyone in their collection so you can show your support for the team in style. All orders must be placed online by July 24th (use promo code BULLDOG to remove the shipping cost), and pick-up will be available at the AHS office lobby on August 16th and 19th. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gear up for the games! Please share with all your favorite Bulldog fans!
https://www.dwstores.online/artesia-high-school To view the flyers click here and here .
FUSED GLASS JEWELRY WORKSHOP
Saturday, July 27 from 12:30-3:30PM. Everyone will create a pendant and earring set. Visit https://artesiaartscouncil.com/ for more information.
TOLLE JACKSON GOLF TOURNAMENT
July 27, 2024 at the Artesia Country Club, contact Juan at Jimenez Pro Shop for more information 575-746-6732.
SUMMER MOVIE NIGHTS AT THE AQUATIC CENTER
Mark your calendars to enjoy this community event . Check out their Facebook page for more info: July 27, & August 10.
CONCEALED CARRY TRAINING
July 27-July 28 Civil Strategic will be hosting a concealed carry training. For more information contact civilstrategic@gmail.com or call Jeremiah 575-520-6494 or Israel 575-703-5943. Click here to view flyer.
CRYSTAL RIVER CONCERT
Sunday, July 28th at 10am at Trinity Temple Assembly of God (1507 W. Hermosa Dr.) Email the associate pastor Stephen Smithwick with any questions sasmithwick@gmail.com
ARTESIA BULLDOG FOOTBALL QUARTERBACK CLUB
Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 6:30pm The Quarterback club will kick off the upcoming football season with their first weekly meeting at the Fieldhouse at Bulldog Bowl. This is your chance to get in on all the action and be part of this amazing tradition! With record breaking numbers of kiddos participating in the Bulldog Football program these past few years, the Quarterback Club is in need of more “Quarterback Dads” not sure what that means? Click here to read all about this amazing group of men and the longstanding tradition that is Quarterback Club.
https://artesianews.com/news/sports/quarterback-club-has-long-tradition-of-forging-dad-son-relationships/ Contact QB Club President Ben Valenzuela at 575-513-2903 for more information. Feel free to bring a friend or 2 or 3! It’s Great to be a Bulldog and a Blessing to be a Quarterback Dad!
ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP
Every other Tuesday (next meeting will be July 30) from 6:30pm-7:30pm at Artesia Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center -1402 Gilchrist Ave. Click here for all the details . RSVP to Helen at 575-746-6006.
BSA ALUMNI REUNION
Saturday, Aug 3, 2024 from 5pm-7pm. American Legion Post 41. 402 W. Hermosa Dr. Please RSVP by emailing Scouttroop228@gmail.com Click here to view the flyer.
AGH-COMMUNITY HEALTH & SAFETY FAIR
Saturday, Aug 3, 2024 at Artesia General Hospital, Green Chile Café 9am-3pm. Click here for more info.
APS-BACK TO SCHOOL MEET & GREET 2024-2025
Wednesday, August 7, 2024 11:00am-12:30am at the APS Admin Office (301 Bulldog Blvd.) Click here for more information.
1ST DAY OF SCHOOL
Thursday, August 8, 2024. Artesia Public Schools first day in session for the 2024-2025 school year.
LETS’S TALK TRAUMA WITH HOPE & HEALING
August 9th at 6pm, August 10th at 8:30am, & August 11th at 9am. Recognizing, responding to and recovering from trauma by Link Blevins, MS, LPC-S. Hermosa Church of Christ 2512 W. Bush Ave. For more information click here .
1ST ANNUAL OASIS CLAY SHOOT
Saturday, August 10, 2024 8am-1pm Eddy County Shooting Range (131 Firehouse Rd, Lake Arthur.) To register call oasis women’s services at 575-736-6400 click here for ALL the info!
3D ARCHERY TOURNAMENT
Saturday, August 10, 2024 registration 7am, shoot 8am. Brought to you by Top Nock Archery & Desert Willow Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. Click here for all the details.
DZ MEMORIAL BUDDY/BUDDY GOLF TOURNAMENT
August 24, 2024 at the Artesia Country Club, contact Juan at Jimenez Pro Shop for more information 575-746-6732.
WESTERN BANK PRO-MEMBER GOLF TOURNAMENT
August 25-26, 2024 at the Artesia Country Club, contact Juan at Jimenez Pro Shop for more information 575-746-6732.
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT PROGRAM
September 3, 2024 Artesia General Hospital Advanced Learning Center presents Certified Medical Assistant Program. Click here for all the info.
9/11 MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
September 7-9, 2024 at the Artesia Country Club, contact Juan at Jimenez Pro Shop for more information 575-746-6732.
HF SINCLAIR OIL & GAS GOLF TOURNAMENT
September 12-14, 2024 at the Artesia Country Club, contact Juan at Jimenez Pro Shop for more information 575-746-6732.
AG INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
September 20-21, 2024 at the Artesia Country Club, contact Juan at Jimenez Pro Shop for more information 575-746-6732.
A FIRM FOUNDATION FOR LIANA
Thursday, Sept 26th there will be a fundraising event for the Swarengin family at the country club, steak dinner, dancing, auction, 50/50 raffle, etc. Click here to learn more about the ways to support this cause. Click here to view the Sponsorship Dinner form. Learn more about this beautiful family and their story here . Giving this farming family a financial boost will help with medical expenses and the care of their special needs son will be a blessing to the giver as well as the receiver.
3RD ANNUAL ROYAL CLASSIC GOLF TOURNAMENT
September 27-28, 2024. Click here for all the details .
ARTESIA HIGH SCHOOL’S 4TH ANNUAL CAREER FAIR
Wednesday, October 2, 2024 1:45pm-3:00pm at Artesia High School (1002 W. Richardson) Come Join us! For more information contact Debbie Kinnibrugh, Anessa Golden or Adrienne Blackburn 575-746-9816. Click the link to register here: https://forms.office.com/r/JBqwfJwMhK.
PAGAN WEBCRAFT LLC-OFFERING A FREE WEBSITE TO 3 BUSINESSES!!
Pagan WebCraft LLC is excited to announce their “Open for Business” initiative! As a new agency, they’re looking to build their portfolio by offering a fantastic opportunity to three restaurants or hotels to receive a free website.
What You Get:
-A fully mobile and SEO-optimized website
-Engaging, SEO-optimized content and researched keywords
-A one-month social media plan
-Four blog posts if you have a blog
Criteria for Selection
Businesses without a website or with a website that needs an update
No Deadline, Limited Spots. This opportunity is available for the first three businesses that meet the criteria. Don’t miss out! Book a call with us to see if you qualify! https://calendly.com/paganwebcraft/45mins
DESERT WILLOW WILDLIFE REHABILITATION CENTER RAFFLE
UTV Raffle, tickets are $10.00 each or 6 for $50. Click here for more information.
ABC & 123 PRESCHOOL IS NOW ACCEPTING CONTRACTS FOR THE 24-25 SCHOOL YEAR
Click here for more information or call Carrie McCaleb at 575-703-6304.
PAPA MURPHY’S TAKE & BAKE PIZZA FRIDAYS IN ARTESIA
Every Friday Papa Murphy’s will have their food trailer at 1409 W Main St. (Big Chief Gun and Pawn) from 2:30pm-6:00pm selling their delicious Pizza. They will be bringing some of their classic pizzas to sell. However, if you want a custom pizza, feel free to call their store in Roswell (575)622-4999 on Thursday, they will make it for you, and bring it down on Friday. Hope to see you there!
ARTESIA PUBLIC LIBRARY-FULL SCHEDULE-JULY
Click here for FULL July Schedule
*All of their programs are free and open to the public. Please visit their website for more information. www.artesianm.gov/library
